English Explanatory Dictionary

down to the wire

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. At the very end of a process or project, especially one with a fast-approaching deadline.
adv
  1. At the very end of a process or project, especially one with a fast-approaching deadline.

Pronunciation

en-au-down to the wire.ogg

Word forms

down to the wire down-to-the-wire

Etymology

From horse racing: approaching the wire that marks the winning line.

Synonyms

last minute down to the short strokes
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